New York's Own Samba School
Samba New York! is a leading center for Brazilian samba culture in New York City, offering shows, classes in drumming and dance, and guided music trips to Brazil. The Estado do São Paulo, on of Brazil's most prominent newspapers, recently praised Samba New York! as "the most famous and active 'school of samba' in New York City."

Bateria 101

It’s finally here: an essential primer for becoming a samba percussionist in the style of Rio’s samba schools! 19 years in the making, this course provides the basic building blocks of this amazing music in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. What could take you years to figure out on your own is distilled into 6 fun, group classes. The next series begins on July 2. Space is limited. Sign up now!

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Bateria Rehearsal

This course is open to samba percussionists who have mastered the basics. Expand your knowledge of samba in a fun and communal learning environment while preparing to perform with our high energy Bateria! The next series begins July 1.

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Master Class with Mestre Aílton Nunes

Samba New York! will be making history by offering what we believe to be New York City’s first master class with a mestre de bateria from one of Rio’s samba schools! This milestone event will take place on Sunday, April 14 with Mestre Aílton Nunes of the world-famous Mangueira Samba School. The workshop will fill up very quickly. So, reserve your spot right away!

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